Solar cable with anti-rodent additive (AR) - 4mm Black

Why choose the AR version? Rodents are one of the most common causes of photovoltaic installation failures — particularly in ground-mounted systems and on agricultural building roofs. Standard solar cables offer no protection against gnawing. Cable with anti-rodent additive solves this problem at source, saving time and money on warranty claims and servicing.

Cable construction

• Conductor: tinned copper, multi-wire, class 5 according to PN-EN 60228 / VDE 0295
• Insulation: cross-linked halogen-free compound, white colour
• Sheath: cross-linked halogen-free compound with AR anti-rodent additive, black colour
• Nominal cross-section: 4 mm2
• Max. wire diameter in conductor: 0.31 mm
• Max. cable outer diameter: 6.6 mm

Electrical parameters

• Rated voltage: 1.0/1.0 kV AC
• DC operating voltage: 1.5 kV (1.8 kV) — compliant with EN 50618
• Test voltage 50 Hz: 6500 V AC
• Insulation resistance at 20°C: 580 MΩ·km
• Standard: PN-EN 50618:2015-03

Operating conditions and durability

• Operating temperature: from -40°C to +90°C (up to +120°C / 20,000 h)
• Short-circuit temperature: +250°C (max. 5 s)
• Minimum installation temperature: -25°C
• Minimum bending radius: 4 × cable diameter
• Expected service life: 25 years

Resistance and safety — the cable is fully resistant to UV radiation, ozone and variable weather conditions. It features enhanced resistance to hydrolysis, ammonia, acids and alkalis. Meets flame retardancy requirements according to EN 60332-1, and does not emit aggressive fumes during combustion (compliance with PN-EN 61034-2 and PN-EN 60754-2). Reaction to fire: class Dca according to PN-EN 50575 (CPR).

Direct burial capability — thanks to the use of high-quality insulation materials, the cable is suitable for direct burial in the ground in accordance with UL 854.

Application: cable designed for connections between photovoltaic panels and between panels and inverters. Ideal for ground-mounted power plants, roof installations and facilities exposed to rodents and pests.

Key benefits for installers

• AR protection: eliminates risk of damage by rodents and termites — fewer warranty claims and service calls
• Halogen-free construction: low smoke emission and toxicity — safety on site
• Versatility: installation indoors, on roofs, on the ground and directly buried
• Long service life: 25 years of operation across a wide temperature range
• Certification: compliant with EN 50618, certificate no. 1200020